Kitchen Manager: Lead Culinary Team & Seasonal Menus

Rusty Lantern Markets LLC; Sabattus (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick time

Birthday off

401K with employer match

Health benefits

Monthly bonus potential

Store discount for all team members

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Rusty Lantern Markets is seeking a Kitchen Manager for the Sabattus store to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure high standards of food quality and safety, and lead a team in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time role offers competitive hourly pay, paid vacation and sick time, a 401(k) with employer match, health benefits, a monthly bonus potential, and store-wide employee discounts.

Qualifications

• MUST HAVE proven experience in kitchen management or culinary leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Excellent culinary skills with a passion for creating high-quality food offerings.
• Ability to train and develop staff effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with POS systems is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Customer-focused mindset with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations to ensure efficiency and quality in food preparation.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Train and develop kitchen staff in culinary techniques and customer service standards.
• Collaborate with management to create seasonal menus that reflect customer preferences.
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed to maintain operational flow.
• Implement cost control measures to maximize profitability without compromising quality.
• Foster a positive team environment that encourages collaboration and high performance.

Skills

Kitchen management

Culinary leadership

Food safety knowledge

Staff training

Customer service

Organizational skills

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Rusty Lantern Markets is seeking a Kitchen Manager for the Sabattus store to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure high standards of food quality and safety, and lead a team in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time role offers competitive hourly pay, paid vacation and sick time, a 401(k) with employer match, health benefits, a monthly bonus potential, and store-wide employee discounts.